ArtParty Fundraiser
About the Event
The Anton Art Center hosts an annual spectacular party
featuring a 'Taste of Macomb County' strolling dinner
showcasing area restaurants and caterers gathered
under pavilions just outside it's doors. Thank you to
Macomb County Executive Mark Hackel for being
our Honorary Chair for the 2024 ArtParty!
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Presented by First State Bank, this year's ArtParty
'A Starry Night' fundraiser took place on
September 19th from 6pm to 9pm.
The event featured a variety of entertainment
options, including live music, art demonstrations, and hands-on art experiences
which showcase the work the Anton does across Macomb County.
ArtParty guests strolled the venue sampling appetizers, desserts, refreshments and more, while enjoying music as they mingle and dance the night away. Our galleries and Art Market remained open during the event for guests to view current exhibitions and get a look inside our historic building.
This year’s ArtParty featured live entertainment, 50/50 raffle, gift basket raffle, live art demonstrations and interactive activities, and plenty of opportunities to celebrate the impact of the arts in Macomb County! The Anton Art Center's ArtParty event is a highly anticipated evening of food, entertainment, and art where people can celebrate and mingle while enjoying the value that art has in our lives. The event draws supporters of the Anton Art Center, community members, and civic leaders from across Macomb County. Proceeds from the event support the Anton Art Center's programs. Tickets for the ArtParty event are available for purchase each year in August.
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Art plays an important role in our communities by enriching people's lives, promoting creativity and self-expression, fostering cultural understanding and appreciation, and enhancing community development. Studies have shown that engagement in the arts can have positive effects on mental health, cognitive development, and overall wellbeing. Art can also be a powerful tool for social
change, as it allows individuals and communities to explore important issues and
express themselves in new and meaningful ways.
Additionally, the arts have been shown to have a positive impact on local economies
by attracting tourists, creating jobs, and supporting small businesses. The Anton Art
Center's ArtParty event not only provides a fun and engaging way for people to support
the arts, but also helps to raise awareness of the important role that art plays
in our communities.
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ArtParty 2024 Sponsors
Sponsor Inquiries: mmatthews@theartcenter.org
Special Thank You
Richard & Jane Manoogian Foundation
Title Sponsor
Tamer Foundation
Presenting Sponsor
Van Gogh Sponsor
Gallery Sponsor
Nancy Garcia
New Media Arts Sponsor
Mural Sponsor
Community Arts Sponsor
State Representative
Denise Mentzer
Printing Sponsor
Art Education Sponsor
Cocktail Sponsor
Media Sponsor
Venue Sponsor
Decor Sponsor
Featured Restaurants
Achatz Handmade Pie Co.
Bath City Bistro
Buffalo Wild Wings
Cellar 104
Champagne Chocolates
Clementine’s Pastries
El Charro
Emerson’s On the Grill
Italian American Cultural Society
Johnny Z's Pizza
La Mia Lebanese Cuisine
Madison’s Pub
Featured Restaurants
Mangiabevi Urban Italian
Mi Pueblo Express
New Age Noodles
Nothing Bundt Cakes
O’Halloran’s Public House
Orleans Sports Cafe
Portillo’s Hot Dogs
Salsarita’s Fresh Mexican Grill
Stahl’s Prime Meats & Deli
Uma’s Market & Cafe
Ventimiglia Italian Foods
Yell Sweets Bakery
Honorary Chairs
Mark Hackel
Macomb County Executive
& Tracie Hackel
Featured Entertainment
Denise Davis &
The Motor City Sensations
The Urban Violinist
Featured Artist Demonstration
Chazz Original Art
DaVinci Sponsor
Anderson, Eckstein & Westrick, Inc.
Cabinetry by Better Bilt
Anna & Peter Doe
Stan Hirt
Macomb Community College
Patricia Woodstock
Petitpren, Inc.
U.S. Congressman John James
Renoir Sponsor
Denise Anton & Rick David
Ascension St. John Foundation
Bakes & Kropp Fine Cabinetry
Gerry & Jill Cottrell
DeMatteis & Ricciardello, PLLC
First Financial Coaching
Dr. Judith Pritchett,
Michigan State Board of Education
Kirk, Huth, Lange & Badalamenti, PLLC
The Cleaning Authority Macomb
The DiMercurio Family
The Octopus' Beer Garden
Monet Sponsor
Marty & Louise Borkowski
Arlene Breiling
Dave Galli
Huntington National Bank
Ken & Diane Kish
Peter Lucido,
Macomb County Prosecutor
Macomb County Chamber of Commerce
PFG Enterprises
Kim Ritter
Jeanne Schabath-Lewis & Anthony Lewis
Gregg & Lori Shipman
David Serio
The Arc of Macomb County
The One Stop IT Guru
Sandra Tornberg
Steering Committee
Peggy DiMercurio, Staff
Laura Fournier
David Galli
Kimberly Janowicz
Matt Matthews, Executive Director
Kim Ritter
JoElle Slaughter, Staff
Gregg Shipman
Sandra Tornberg, President
Samantha Tornberg
Staff
Matt Matthews
Executive Director
Peggy DiMercurio
Education & Community
Engagement Manager
Stephanie Hazzard
Exhibition Manager
JoElle Slaughter
Administrative Assistant
Nancy Garcia
Anton Art Market
Board of Trustees
President
Sandra Tornberg
Past President
Terri North
Secretary
Jeanne Schabath-Lewis
Treasurer
Mark Sandri
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Trustees
San Juanita Barajas Michael Daitch
Kathryn Dimond
Laura Fournier
David Galli
JenClare Gawaran
Malea Howard
Kelley Lovati
Kim Ritter
David Serio
Pat Woodstock